FROM THE SCSOCOLD CASE FILES

On May 2, 1979, the skeletal remains of 19 year old Virginia Mary Ries were discovered in a wooded median strip on Interstate 75 just north of Exit 309 in Webster, Florida. Virginia Ries was last seen leaving her mother's home located in Punta Gorda, Flori...

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Sex Offender Information

1. When must a Sexual Predator/Offender register?

They must report in person to the local Sheriff's office within 48 hours of
establishing a residence in the State of Florida or within 48 hours of release
from custody of supervision of Department of Corrections, Department of Children
&amp Family Services or Department of Juvenile Justice.

2. How often do Sexual Predators/Offenders have to register?

Some Sexual Offenders must register during their birth month and again six
months later. Some are required to register during their birth month and
again every third month. Sexual Predators are required to register four
times a year.

3. Who is notified in the community of a predators presence?

Law Enforcement agencies must inform members of the community of a Sexual
Predator's presence in a neighborhood. This must be done within 48 hours
after receiving notification of his/her presence. It must be within a one
mile radius to include all schools, day care centers and persons in the
community.

4. How often do Sexual Offenders/Predators addresses get verified?

The Sumter County Sheriff's Office verifies Sexual Offender addresses
who register twice a year by visiting the residence twice a year.
Sexual Predators (and Sexual Offenders who are required to register four
times a year) are contacted by visiting the residence four times a year.

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